Marietta Truck Accident Lawyer

An accident with a commercial truck is more complex to deal with than a car accident because determining who to file a lawsuit against isn’t easy. The driver, the trucking company, manufacturer, insurance provider, or those responsible for maintenance and repair could all share some of the blame. Our Marietta truck accident lawyer will perform a thorough investigation to determine whose actions caused your injuries. Remember that it is important to contact a truck accident lawyer immediately before the evidence to prove your case disappears.

After filing your lawsuit against the appropriate parties, your semi-truck accident lawyer may request assistance from an accident reconstruction specialist. Our firm is also prepared to fight for you against the insurance company and attorneys representing the other party.

Typical Causes of Crashes Involving Commercial Trucks

A commercial truck has 18 wheels and weighs in excess of 80,000 pounds compared to the typical 4,000 pounds of most cars. The following are some of the most common causes of accidents between commercial trucks and private cars when the truck driver is at fault:

Driving while fatigued or falling asleep while driving

Consuming too much alcohol or using drugs at a level that impairs thinking and reaction times

A driver not knowing the area well and attempting to use a GPS navigation system while driving

Speeding and not being able to bring the truck to a complete stop in enough time to avoid a crash

A driver not checking each side of the truck or the blind spots when attempting to change lanes or turn in front of another vehicle

Making lane changes without signaling

Driver distraction such as texting, eating, or changing the radio station

Aggressive driving and road rage

In some situations, the truck driver did everything right and still caused an accident. This can happen when the company responsible for manufacturing or maintenance of the truck failed in its duties. He or she may also be working under the orders of a supervisor who knows the person is too tired to drive or the truck is overloaded. A truck accident attorney in Marietta can help you determine who is to blame for the accident and your subsequent injuries.

Safety Rules All Truckers Must Follow

One of the responsibilities of a truck accident lawyer is to track applicable laws to determine liability in personal injury cases. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), all truckers must follow these safety rules:

Sleep for eight or more hours before a scheduled shift

Take regular 30-minute breaks when traveling a long distance

Not drive more than 70 hours in eight days or 60 hours in seven days

Not working more than 11 straight hours if the driver has not rested for at least 10 hours before the shift. Maximum allowable work hours include loading, inspecting, and other pre-travel duties.

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Highly Skilled. Erica Tuff will ensure you get complete medical care and maximum settlements. She replies promptly and don't be surprised when she replies after 5 pm on a Friday or the weekends. Her attention to details and deadlines resulted in my total satisfaction of my settlement. In a short period, I've been made whole again because of her. I'm still getting late call backs/emails from the Yellow Page/TV Ads attorneys and Erica has demanded and received maximum benefits from all policies. I wouldn't hesitate one second on recommending ERICA...